At first glance, picking the right bed doesn’t seem too complicated, right? You just need to browse online or in a store, pick a size, get what looks nice, and then you’re good to go. But in reality, your bed is the centerpiece of your bedroom. This one decision will affect your comfort, your mood, and your room’s overall functionality. Whether it’s for a large master suite or a modest guest room, there’s more to selecting the perfect bed than just going for what looks good. There’s a lot to consider and this article will help guide you through all of that.
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Living space with bespoke white oak cabinets, wall paneling, and chevron pattern flooring by Wood & Co.
Herringbone vs. Chevron Pattern: Which is Better for Your Home?
Have you ever looked around your space, maybe at your wall or floor, and think that it looks a bit plain? At first, you might think of adding a touch of bold colors and some quirky décor here and there. But what if those just feel a bit too much? What if you need something more understated? You should consider herringbone and chevron patterns!
Chevron and herringbone are geometric patterns that feature a zigzag form. Both have been widely used in art, graphic design, and of course, interior design. They’re both fun, yet timeless patterns that can add movement, depth, and texture to your home.
What’s the difference between herringbone and chevron?
While both chevron and herringbone are similar at first glance, the two patterns have some key differences. Understanding these will help you decide which is better suited to your own space. Now, let’s look at each of them.
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Left: Paneled refrigerator and wine fridge
Right: Stainless steel refrigerator and double ovens
Kitchen Appliance Guide: Paneled vs Stainless Steel
Are you planning a new kitchen renovation for your home? I’m sure all the myriad of decisions that need to be made are extremely overwhelming. From flooring types, to layouts, and to cabinet styles, there’s just no end to them! However, one of the most pivotal decisions you have to make is choosing between paneled appliances and stainless steel appliances. Each one has its own unique pros and cons that can greatly alter the look and feel of your kitchen.
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Popular Types of Wood for Custom Cabinets
Cabinets are some of the most ubiquitous parts of our homes. They’re found in our kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms, and many more. They range from small free-standing dressers or fully kitted out custom built-ins. Custom cabinets come in all sorts of materials such as wood, laminates, and even stainless steel. However even as technology advances and styles change, wood remains as a tried-and-true material for most of our custom cabinetry needs.
When it comes to balancing beauty and functionality in cabinetry, nothing comes close to the array of options offered by different species of wood. When a friend or family member brings up the topic of cabinets, one can’t help but picture the natural allure of wood grain of stained cabinetry or the sleek and crisp finish of painted wood cabinets. Each and every different species of wood comes with their own distinct characteristics.
Today, we’ll dive into the most popular types of wood for custom cabinets. Broadly speaking, they fall into two general categories: wood best for staining and wood best for painting. We will go over the most popular types for each and what they each bring to the table.
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Walnut Full Overlay Kitchen Cabinets by Wood & Co.
What Are Overlay Cabinets and Why Choose Them?
It’s always tough to make design decisions when it comes to cabinetry. There are so many things to consider! However, there’s one aspect that many homeowners gloss over that can greatly affect the desired look: cabinet construction. We’re not talking about the nitty gritty of building it, per se. We’re talking about the types of cabinet door overlays.
There are two types, in general: inset cabinet doors and overlay cabinet doors. We’ve talked about the former in a previous article, so today we’ll discuss the ins and outs of overlay cabinetry.